Oxford considers Mile Square traffic calming recommendations from students
A group of students suggested several solutions to improve public safety for pedestrians during an Oxford City Council work session.
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Electric Root Festival thrives despite stormy weather
Despite a rainy day forcing festivities inside, the Electric Root Festival still managed to draw a crowd to celebrate Black arts and culture.
Oxford and Miami unions, citizens hold May Day rally on labor rights and Trump
Union rights advocates from Miami University and Oxford alike gathered Uptown in Oxford to celebrate May Day with a rally for fair labor practices and against certain policies under the Trump administration.
Local Legends: The only doc in town
Fred Fogel Shepard took care of the residents of College Corner for decades as the only medical doctor in town in the mid-1900s.
Reflections: Economic Depressions
The stock market has gone through multiple rounds of whiplash since President Donald Trump assumed office on Jan. 20. Columnist Allan Winkler writes that Trump mirrors historic figures like Cornelius Vanderbilt and opposes approaches like that of Franklin D. Roosevelt.
As Miami proposes new structure for language programs, educators worry about priorities
As language program enrollment declines nationally, Miami University is considering rolling six separate language majors under a united degree program. Despite this, language proficiency is essential for employers and national security.
Best of Oxford: Local businesses excel in Journal-News’ Best of Butler County contest
More than a dozen Oxford businesses were named as winners and finalists in the Journal-News' 2025 Best of Butler County contest, including seven first place finishes.